Picture of Spanish Petit Versailles: Royal Palace and Gardens of La Granja
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Spanish Petit Versailles: Royal Palace and Gardens of La Granja

Begoña - The Segovian tour guide

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Begoña - The Segovian tour guide

Discover the 18th century Royal Palace and barroque Gardens at the feet of the Sierra de Guadarrama in La Granja of San Ildefonso, 11 km from Segovia and 1 hour away from Madrid. History, nature and art together, you'll be amazed!

Experience details

  • Destination

    Segovia

  • Category

    City highlight tours

  • Duration

    2.5 hours

  • Mode of transport

    Walking

  • Available languages

    English • Español • Français

  • Highlights

    • Family friendly

  • What's included

    Private guide • Until 8 people the whispers (audio system needed inside of the palace is granted by the tour guide • Kids join for free

Here’s an overview of your tour

  • Picture of Spanish Petit Versailles: Royal Palace and Gardens of La Granja
  • Picture of Spanish Petit Versailles: Royal Palace and Gardens of La Granja
  • Picture of Spanish Petit Versailles: Royal Palace and Gardens of La Granja

The Royal Palace and the Gardens of La Granja of San Ildefonso is a 18th century paradise, located at the banks of the Sierra de Guadarrama.

Philip V, the first Bourbon king of Spain in 1700, built the summer residence of the court beside the mountains to have barroque and French style gardens like Marly and Versailles where he grew up, as his grandfather was Louis XIV, the Sun king. These gardens have 146 ha, 26 monumental fountains which water jets run naturally thanks to the downhill slope from the mountains and gravity with a pipeline of 15 km, where 92% are still original, made of casting iron.

The palace houses 2 museums, the private rooms of the Royal Palace, set and decorated according Philip V and Isabel of Farnese in the 18th century and the flamish 16th century tapestry museum, all managed by Patrimonio Nacional.

Are you an art, history, mithological, nature lover... this is the place to be and to enjoy. Come and do a visit with me!!

Your itinerary

  • Meeting point

    Real Colegiata del Palacio de la Granja de San Ildefonso

  • Royal Palace of La Granja

    Visit and explanation of all the rooms of the Royal Palace and the tapestry museum

  • Collegiate

    Religious temple adjointed to the Royal Palace. It was the public church and the royal family chapel.

  • French Gardens

    Walk through the historical barroque gardens, learning about the parterres, groves, some monumental fountains and its mythological meaning...
I have a teen daughter with us - is it possible to plan a drinks and bites tour with her?
Me13:42
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Of course! I can definitely tailor our tour for you and your daughter! :)
Local host Maria13:44
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Good to Know

  • Tips

    • Bring a reusable water bottle to reduce plastic
    • Be mindful of sharing the real secret spots - let's keep them a secret
    • Be aware of cultural norms & be mindful

  • Included

    • Private guide
    • Until 8 people the whispers (audio system needed inside of the palace is granted by the tour guide
    • Kids join for free

  • Not included

    • Entrance tickets are not included. They can be bought at the ticket office of the palace
    • Lunch, snack or diner

  • Cancellation

    • Receive a full refund for cancellations done 7 days before the experience date.
    • Your experience can be cancelled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase.

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